Limpopo police seize R975 000 in explosives on N1 near Kranskop Plaza
Two men travelling in a minibus taxi face prosecution after the Waterberg Flying Squad uncovered an unlicensed haul of blasting materials.
Two men have been arrested after police allegedly found explosives worth an estimated R975 000 during a stop-and-search operation at the Kranskop Plaza on the N1 South, reports Limpopo Review.
The arrests were made at 04:45 on Friday, (October 30) when members of the Waterberg Flying Squad stopped a white Toyota Quantum during a routine stop-and-search operation.
Police said officers searched the vehicle and allegedly found bags containing explosives valued at approximately R975 000.
According to police, the two occupants were unable to produce permits or documentation authorising the transportation of the explosives.
The pair were arrested on charges of transporting explosives and the illegal possession of explosives.
Police also seized the explosives and the Toyota Quantum allegedly used to transport them.
The suspects are expected to appear in the Modimolle Magistrate’s Court on Monday, (November 2).
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